A man has reportedly been banished from Okwulaga Afaraukwu Ibeku in Umuahia, Abia State, after allegedly being caught attempting to bury a charm on farmland belonging to a member of the community.
The incident, which reportedly occurred on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at Umuizu, Okwulaga Afaraukwu Ibeku, attracted the attention of community youths, who apprehended the suspect and took him to the palace of the traditional ruler, His Royal Highness, Eze Edward Ibeabuchi, for further action.
According to Emmanuel Adanma Rosemary, who shared details of the incident on her verified Facebook page, the traditional ruler condemned the alleged act and warned residents against engaging in practices capable of threatening lives, peace, unity and peaceful coexistence within the community.
Eze Ibeabuchi reportedly used the occasion to caution members of the community against activities that could create fear, suspicion and unnecessary tension among residents.
He also urged the people to uphold good moral values, respect community traditions and promote peaceful coexistence.
Following deliberations at the palace, the man was reportedly banished from the community over the incident.
The development has generated attention within the community, raising concerns about traditional practices, communal security and the need to maintain peace and order.
As of the time of filing this report, the identity of the man and his response to the allegation had not been made public
